Broken bones. Ruptured organs. Traumatic brain injuries. These devastating effects are common for the lucky survivors of falls from roofs, scaffolding, and other worksite heights. Pain, surgery, rehab, and possible disabilities await many survivors. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 14% of all fatal worksite injuries were due to
Running your business requires a sharp eye for problem-solving, effective communication, and dedication. But that’s not all – common facilities maintenance challenges require that you have the right equipment to enable your employees’ access to high spaces. Items like fixed roof access ladders can mean the difference between effective maintenance
If your business offerings require employees to work at height, you are required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to utilize fall protection systems to protect your employees. While protection requirements vary depending on your industry, in general, if a task exposes workers to falls of four or
Roofs are a critical and expensive component of your business or home. Even with the well-known cost of roof repairs or installation, they are often a building component that is neglected when it comes to maintenance. Foregoing preventive maintenance on your roof can lead to expensive repairs or replacement that
What can you expect from this year’s National Safety Congress & Expo? You’ll see the industry’s most innovative safety equipment and solutions on display, including FIXFAST’s KATTSAFE Aluminum Guardrail Systems, KATTCLIMB Fixed Ladders, and KOMBI Stair and Step Bridges. But it’s also one of the best opportunities to hear from
Under OSHA’s 1910 Walking Working Surface Standard, requirements around fixed ladders are being redefined and cages are phasing out as acceptable fall protection for general industry. What changes do you need to make and when? We’ve outlined the basics. What’s Changed for Fixed Ladders Under OSHA 1910 Fixed ladders provide
The most prolific and largest global event dedicated to workplace safety will be held from Sept. 23-29 at Indianapolis’ Convention Center: The National Safety Congress & Expo (NSC). The expo will be open on September 25th, 26th, and 27th. FIXFAST is among 1,100 of the safety industry’s leading solutions providers that
FIXFAST GOLD Support: on-site safety consultation for project efficiency What’s the value of having a manufacturer’s technician on-site to guide equipment installation? When it comes to rooftop safety, it boils down to accuracy, efficiency, and peace of mind for all involved. We see projects run remarkably smoother when we
Rooftop safety in the future may involve less actual time on the roof, possible due to drone technology and an explosion in use. Questions remain about privacy in residential areas, but general industry has high expectations for efficiency, cost savings, and safety. Many companies are exploring various ways drones can
Employers have more freedom to customize their fall protection plan under the new OSHA 1910 Walking-Working Surfaces Standard that went into effect in January. But they need to take great care: the flexibility it affords carries risk. The new rule redefines safe distances from the roof edge and the degree
